Many motorists are puzzled by the issue of reducing fuel consumption due to the constant rise in gasoline prices. There are several aspects that a driver needs to know if he wants to save on fuel.
Instructions
Step 1
Check the condition of the vehicle. Incorrect operation of some parts of the machine (for example, electronic engine management system, engine injector, automatic transmission, thermostats, etc.) has a significant impact on gas mileage. Timely diagnostics is a guarantor not only of preventing unnecessary fuel consumption, but also ensuring safety.
Step 2
Use tires that are appropriate for the season and the size and type of automatic transmission of your car. Make sure that the pressure does not drop and maintain a value of 2 atm. Consult your vehicle manufacturer for tire recommendations.
Step 3
Do not overload the generator with powered appliances and do not abuse the air conditioner. For example, the included headlights for every 100 km will cost you 0.1 of the total amount of fuel. Also, do not open the car windows unnecessarily, as the car will have to overcome additional resistance to the oncoming air flow.
Step 4
Buy a non-heavy vehicle and don't overload it. The trailer and roof rack also add to the gas mileage. If the permissible load is exceeded, the excess fuel consumption can increase up to 20%.
Step 5
Check the air filter regularly. If it is clogged, change it. Remember that more often the filter gets clogged on vehicles with LPG equipment installed.
Step 6
Try to maintain the same speed as much as possible throughout the trip, or, if possible, maintain a speed of 80-90 km / h. This is the most economical option when driving. Constantly shifting gears and changing speeds leads to increased fuel consumption.
Step 7
If you had to get into a small traffic jam, do not turn off the ignition, otherwise the new car factory will consume more fuel than can be saved with the engine turned off. Do not warm up the engine for a long time - it is already allowed to start driving when the arrow of the temperature gauge has moved.
